Admissions Overview
The admission process at Southwestern University has a 39% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Southwestern University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
39%
Selective
Application Volume
6,585
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Southwestern University has a 39% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Southwestern University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Southwestern University. About 40% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,170 to 1,340. Additionally, about 14% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 30.
SAT Scores
40% of students submitted400
1600
1170 – 1340
200
800
600 – 690
200
800
570 – 650
ACT Scores
14% of students submitted1
36
24 – 30
1
36
23 – 31
1
36
22 – 31
Admission Statistics
6,585 students applied to SU. Of those, 39% were accepted (2,573 students). Of these 2,573 accepted students, 403 chose to enroll.
6,585
Total Applicants
2,573
Students Admitted
403
Students Enrolled
39%
Acceptance Rate